Deputy Tunnel Manager

OBAYASHI SINGAPORE PRIVATE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking a Deputy Tunnel Manager to support the Tunnel Manager in managing tunnelling works. The role involves planning, executing, and overseeing daily site operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering and 8–12 years of relevant experience, particularly in MRT or major infrastructure projects. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential in this challenging position.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of experience in tunnelling or underground works, with tender involvement preferred.
• Experience in MRT or major infrastructure projects is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation of technical proposals and construction methodologies.
• Manage tunnelling activities and oversee daily site operations.
• Coordinate with teams for compliance with safety, quality, and contract requirements.

Skills

Tunnelling methods

Construction planning

Risk management

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Job Summary

The Deputy Tunnel Manager supports the Tunnel Manager in the planning, execution, and management of tunnelling works to ensure safe, efficient, and timely project delivery. The role involves overseeing daily site operations, coordinating engineering and construction activities, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and contract requirements.

Essential Job Functions

Tender Stage

• Support preparation of technical proposals and construction methodologies for tunnelling works.
• Assist in cost estimation, risk assessment, and construction planning during tender stage.
• Contribute to value engineering, alternative construction methods, and programme optimization.
• Coordinate with design, planning, and QS teams to align technical and commercial inputs.
• Review tender drawings, specifications, and contract requirements related to tunnelling.

Construction Stage

• Assist the Tunnel Manager in managing all tunnelling activities, including TBM or NATM works, shaft construction, and associated underground structures.
• Oversee daily tunnel construction operations, ensuring works are carried out safely and according to approved methods.
• Coordinate with engineering, planning, safety, and QA/QC teams to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Monitor construction progress, productivity, and resource utilization against the programme.
• Support risk management, method statement preparation, and implementation of mitigation measures.
• Liaise with client, consultant, and relevant authorities on tunnelling-related matters.
• Manage subcontractors and specialist contractors, including performance, safety, and quality.
• Assist in resolving technical and construction issues arising during tunnelling works.
• Ensure proper documentation, reporting, and record-keeping of tunnelling activities.
• Any ad-hoc tasks assigned by the superior.

Minimum Qualifications/Job Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 8–12 years of experience in tunnelling or underground works, with tender involvement preferred.
• Strong understanding of tunnelling methods, construction planning, and risk management.
• Experience in MRT or major infrastructure projects is an advantage.
• Good communication, coordination, and leadership skills.